The Universal Services Guide
Sefton has created a guide detailing information for children aged 0-25 and their families who want to find out about support services available to them. This includes information about health professionals for all ages, leisure services, inclusive activities, and lots more.
The link is here
If you are worried about a child, please contact the Police in an emergency or to make a referral to Children’s Social Care please follow this link
For non-emergencies, call 111
The MASH Team T: 0151 934 4013
Kooth
Kooth is your online mental well-being community.
Free, safe and anonymous support.
T: 0203 984 9337
Childline
Childline is a free, private and confidential service that you can access online and on the phone. They can provide help and support for people up to their 19th birthday.
T: 0800 1111
Shout
Shout is a 24/7 text service, free on all major mobile networks, for anyone in crisis anytime, anywhere. It’s a place to go if you’re struggling to cope and you need immediate help.
Text 85258
Police
If you or somebody else is in danger, or it feels like a situation might get dangerous and you need support right away, click here to find out how to contact the police.
W: www.police.uk
NHS Choices
Mental health services are free on the NHS.
To get urgent medical help, use the NHS 111 online service, or call 111 if you’re unable to get help online.
For life-threatening emergencies, call 999 for an ambulance.
NHS Chathealth
If you are a parent of an 11-19 year old, the NHS has launched a Chat Health text message service.
This service is confidential and anonymous.
Text message service: 07312 263291
SEND Support
Please follow the link to see what support is on offer to families in the community of children who may have additional needs or struggles. There are sessions on sleep management, sensory workshops, eating etc. so help is available in so many different ways.
Loss and Bereavement
Losing a child is the most traumatic experience anyone will face. There are specialist support services available for families that can be accessed directly by the family. Here is a list of resources available to help families in this difficult time.
E-safety
“Technology is a useful servant but a dangerous master” – Christian Lous Lange. This quote explains the influence of the internet on our life quite well. Even though we cannot deny the blessing of the internet, we must accept its drawback as well
Family Education
Useful tips for protecting your child from cyberbullying and other online safety hazards.
Online Safety Guidance for Parents
Online spaces, games and media form a large part of life for young people growing up today. It offers a platform to connect with others, connect with others and to learn. If you understand the situations they encounter you’ll be better placed to offer them advice on how to deal with them.